As the chief executive officer of the Frederick County Public Schools, the Superintendent serves as the system's curricular, fiscal and community leader. The superintendent is responsible for assuring that FCPS carries out Maryland public laws relating to schools, the Maryland State Board of Education's bylaws and policies, and the local school Board of Education's mission, goals and policies. The Superintendent also serves as secretary-treasurer to the Board. Dr. Theresa R. Alban began serving as the FCPS Superintendent in July 2011.
Legal Counsel
The FCPS legal counsel has primary responsibility for advising the superintendent and school system personnel on legal, employee contract administration and personnel matters.
For more information about school system policies, regulations and other legal matters, please see Policies & Regulations. Current information about employment terms and conditions negotiated with the Frederick County Teachers Association, Frederick Association of School Support Employees and Frederick County Association of School Administrators can be found in the Negotiated Agreements section.
Superintendent's Office Superintendent: Dr. Theresa R. Alban
